Freelance Motion Designer

Freelance Motion Designer

We are Wild Card, born in Hollywood, we know what stories move audiences – and how to bring brands into the action.

We connect brands with global markets, crafting high-impact experiences through a blend of creativity and data on screen, in-game and beyond.

Every moment is an opportunity to build genuine connections, because everyone wants to be part of a great story.

Purpose

At Wild Card, we create immersive campaigns that connect brands and entertainment properties with audiences in meaningful ways. We are seeking a Motion Designer who can bring bold ideas to life through dynamic, visually compelling content across platforms and channels.

This role requires a highly creative and technically skilled designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can take projects from concept through final delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong motion craft with sharp creative instincts, understands platform-specific storytelling, and is comfortable contributing to high-profile entertainment and brand campaigns while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and deadlines.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and animate social, digital, and A/V content for entertainment and brand clients across various platforms and placements.
• Lead motion projects from kickoff through final delivery, ensuring creative excellence at every stage.
• Collaborate closely with producers, editors, strategists, and creative teams to develop and execute engaging motion graphics.
• Translate creative briefs into compelling visual narratives tailored to platform-specific best practices.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining organization, timelines, and quality standards.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and proactively contribute innovative ideas for campaign execution.
• Maintain a high bar for design, typography, animation, and finishing details across all deliverables.
• Stay current on emerging trends in entertainment marketing, social content, and motion design techniques.

Required Skills

• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop, with strong experience in graphics, animation, and compositing.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Premiere; familiarity with Cinema 4D or 3D workflows is a plus.
• Proven experience creating motion and design content for entertainment and brand campaigns.
• Ability to take ownership of projects from concept to delivery in a fast-paced agency or studio environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-profile projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working cross-functionally and incorporating feedback.
• Strong creative judgment with a passion for storytelling and entertainment marketing.
• 3–5 years of experience at a creative agency, entertainment marketing agency, or production company.

Comp: $45-70/hr DOE Term: 3 months